Layers is the first book in the Mind Games series — a psychological thriller exploring identity, memory, and the dangerous power of buried secrets.
When Miranda begins searching for answers about her mother’s death, she uncovers a web of manipulation that stretches far deeper than she imagined. As truth and memory blur, Miranda is forced to confront not only what happened in the past, but who she truly is.
A tense, character-driven thriller for readers who enjoy slow-building psychological suspense and layered twists.
Layers (Mind Games #1)
Rating is 4.0 out of five stars based on 4 reviews
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Layers is a quiet, slow-burn psychological thriller that builds tension without rushing. It keeps you slightly uneasy throughout, dropping small details that only fully click later. The twist is genuinely unexpected and makes you rethink earlier scenes rather than just shocking you. I also enjoyed the strong theatre influence and the understated UK setting. It’s measured rather than fast-paced, which won’t suit everyone, but overall it’s gripping, well thought out, and lingers in your mind.
Layers pulls you in quickly with a strong central mystery and keeps adding new pieces as it goes. The story plays a lot with secrets, memory, and perspective, so you’re constantly reassessing what you think you know. It’s dark in places, but that fits the story rather than feeling forced. The pacing works well, and the twists feel earned. A solid psychological thriller that stays engaging without relying on shock value.
Layers opens with a situation that immediately puts you on edge, and it never fully lets that tension go. What I appreciated most was how restrained it felt — the book doesn’t rush to explain itself or push for easy answers. It focuses on uncertainty, memory, and the emotional weight of the past in a way that feels believable. It’s a slow burn, but an effective one.
What stood out to me was how much of the tension comes from what isn’t said. The situation is unsettling from the start, but the book relies more on atmosphere and emotional pressure than plot twists. I liked the focus on memory and uncertainty, and how uncomfortable the relationships felt without tipping into melodrama. It’s a slow burn, but an effective one.